Conference Presentations

The Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center and Retreat of Rutgers University is the first of its kind. As a unique response to adolescent behavioral health challenges, Rutgers is developing a new clinical and research program along with a two-building on-campus residential and outpatient facility. Mental health challenges are rising among young people, and these issues require inventive and accessible solutions. This session will demonstrate how sustainable, biophilic building design can support an innovative, integrated approach to the mental health treatment of adolescents and young adults.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Discuss the rising need for focused behavioral healthcare for adolescents and young adults and provide an example of how campus facilities can support this need.
2. Describe an innovative approach that institutions can use to respond to this mental health crisis through integrated academic, research, training, and care programs.
3. Identify interior design and architectural methods that can provide a sense of dignity, respect, and wellbeing at mental health treatment facilities.
4. Leverage the built environment as a core component of mental health treatment.

Presenters:

Marlene Borruso, Associate
Director of Sustainability & Wellness, USA Architects
Susan DeHart, Associate Principal
Senior Project Manager, USA Architects
Frank Ghinassi, President and CEO, Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Dave Schulz, Vice President and University Architect, Rutgers University

Delivered 05/20/2025.

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